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“It all happened by accident. Two children had entered the gallery where she was exhibiting ‘Multiple Hammock No. 1’ and, blissfully unaware of the usual polite protocols that govern the display of fine art, asked to use it. She watched nervously as they climbed into the structure, but then was thrilled to find that the work suddenly came alive in ways she had never really anticipated. She noticed that the fabric took on new life – swinging and stretching with the weight of the small bodies, forming pouches and other unexpected transformations, and above all there were the sounds of the undisguised delight of children exploring a new play space.”
What started as an accident is now an experiment that brings joy to children in different parts of the world. Toshiko Horiuchi uses strong synthetic yarn to build these whimsical playgrounds. She orders the material in gigantic quantities.
This is a living example of what children can inspire with their wiliness to explore the world beyond rules. And it is also a great example of how your work could evolve by staying in an open-minded mode. Toshiko Horiuchi’s flexible mind allowed her to see new expressive possibilities in the unexpected.
Learn more about Toshiko Horiuchi MacAdam HERE.
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This is one of the most exciting ways that I have seen handmade craft applied to an expanded, bigger(much!) realm! Can you imagine the fun these children are having? And how richly stimulating to be surrounded by those gorgeous colors! This playground seems other-worldly. Thanks for sharing this, Elsa. I’m inspired.
LuAnn
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Hi LuAnn!
I’m so glad to hear that you feel inspired.
I think that what Toshiko Horiuchi does is remarkable.
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i would love to see lilith playing in that magical space
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Yes Margie! I also want to see Natalie and Diego (and myself) playing in such a unique playground 🙂
Elsa Mora recently posted..Crochet playground by Toshiko Horiuchi MacAdam.
Wow. I’d love to crawl around in that myself.
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Please send me contacts anybody!!!
Dear Sir or Madam,
We are very impressed by the net playgrounds that Toshico Macadam created and installed in different places.
We are a company based in Greece and working for the entertainment and education of children.
We are planning to open a Children entertaiment center that features high quality.
This would be in the largest shopping center in Athens, Greece.
We believe that a structure of net specifically designed for our place, would be very interesting and would attract many childrens.
Is there anybody who can help us to hive ua info about how can we contact with her team. We would like to find a way to have this unbelievable art for our playground so many lucky childrens will have the opportunity to play on it.
Waiting for your answer.
Thank you
Marilena
yousuf@funnetting.com
I would love to contact her, we are a playground company i would appreciate if you can send me her information in order to contact her for a project that we have right now.
Thanks a lot,
Maria
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whats is the material of crochet playground rope?
Handmade crochet playground knitting net is a type of net that is made by crocheting knots into a fabric. The net can be made from any type of yarn, but is typically made from cotton or wool. The net is then attached to a frame, such as a hoop or dowel, and hung in a child’s room or play area.
The handmade crochet knitting net is a safe and fun way for children to play. The net can be used to catch balls, climb on, swing from, or just hang out in. The net is also great for making forts or tents. Handmade crochet knitting nets are strong and durable, and will last for many years with proper care.